The Los Angeles Philharmonic announced initial programming for the 2027 Hollywood Bowl summer season, offering local patrons a comprehensive first look at the upcoming calendar for the historic outdoor venue. The Hollywood Bowl, which is seating nearly 18,000 patrons, has been operating as the summer home of the Los Angeles Philharmonic since 1922. According to the announcement, the Hollywood Bowl Opening Night is officially scheduled for June 5. While the full 2027 summer schedule is expected to be released in February, these initial programming details provide plenty of events and dates for music fans to review well in advance of the summer months.
Regarding musical leadership and classical offerings for the upcoming season, Gustavo Dudamel and Anna Handler are sharing conducting duties for the season. Alongside those shared responsibilities, Gustavo Dudamel is also serving as artistic and cultural laureate while leading selected programs throughout the run. For fans of orchestral music, classical concerts are continuing on Tuesday and Thursday nights. In addition, Joe Hisaishi is starting as Composer-in-Residence for Hollywood Bowl and The Ford.
The initial programming also highlights a diverse array of special events and guest headliners. Taskmaster Live On Stage is making its debut on June 22 and June 23. The Roots Picnic Experience is returning for a fourth year on June 25. For the mid-summer holiday, the B-52s are headlining the July Fourth Fireworks Spectacular from July 2 to July 4, with Thomas Wilkins leading patriotic music prior to the fireworks. Later in the season, the Legend of Zelda 40th Anniversary Concert is debuting on August 25. Rounding out the currently announced performances, a Smooth Summer Jazz concert featuring Dave Koz and Friends is set for August 29.
Patrons looking to secure their attendance can note several key dates for ticket availability as the season approaches. New subscriptions will be available beginning February 17, while group sales are starting the following day on February 18. For those wanting to customize their visits, Create Your Own packages will be available starting March 23. Finally, single tickets are going on sale on May 4, giving residents multiple opportunities to purchase access to the diverse lineup of events scheduled for the venue.
